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![Austin Seminary Receives $10M Grant To Establish the Arc of Ministry Center.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765222963/austin/gbsjt2gveskejnabaqhs/ArcofMinistryCenterPressReleaseGraphic.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765222963/austin/gbsjt2gveskejnabaqhs/ArcofMinistryCenterPressReleaseGraphic.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765222963/austin/gbsjt2gveskejnabaqhs/ArcofMinistryCenterPressReleaseGraphic.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765222963/austin/gbsjt2gveskejnabaqhs/ArcofMinistryCenterPressReleaseGraphic.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765222963/austin/gbsjt2gveskejnabaqhs/ArcofMinistryCenterPressReleaseGraphic.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765222963/austin/gbsjt2gveskejnabaqhs/ArcofMinistryCenterPressReleaseGraphic.jpg","width":1920}])
Austin Seminary has received a grant of $10 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish the Arc of Ministry Center. The Center will feature collaboration with Schreiner University, Austin College, Huston-Tillotson University, The Presbyterian Pan-American School, and The Hispanic Youth Leadership Academy.
![Austin Seminary students attending APCE conference in 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764717640/austin/h6kzy6wqgspzlkqvjhwg/scrapce-2025-24.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764717640/austin/h6kzy6wqgspzlkqvjhwg/scrapce-2025-24.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764717640/austin/h6kzy6wqgspzlkqvjhwg/scrapce-2025-24.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764717640/austin/h6kzy6wqgspzlkqvjhwg/scrapce-2025-24.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764717640/austin/h6kzy6wqgspzlkqvjhwg/scrapce-2025-24.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1764717640/austin/h6kzy6wqgspzlkqvjhwg/scrapce-2025-24.jpg","width":2200}])
Austin Seminary announces a new partnership with the Association of Partners in Christian Education (APCE) as a Seminary Collaborator. This initiative establishes mutually enriching relationships between APCE and seminaries committed to advancing Christian education and faith formation.
![Rev. Ted Foote preaching at his installation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761311705/austin/uqjbd0mctayeebtfmdzu/TedFoote-Installation-09242024-67.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761311705/austin/uqjbd0mctayeebtfmdzu/TedFoote-Installation-09242024-67.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761311705/austin/uqjbd0mctayeebtfmdzu/TedFoote-Installation-09242024-67.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761311705/austin/uqjbd0mctayeebtfmdzu/TedFoote-Installation-09242024-67.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761311705/austin/uqjbd0mctayeebtfmdzu/TedFoote-Installation-09242024-67.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761311705/austin/uqjbd0mctayeebtfmdzu/TedFoote-Installation-09242024-67.jpg","width":2200}])
![Austin Seminary Receives $1 Million Grant to Prepare Ministers for 21st Century Leadership]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761147350/austin/lppuinfs2zbiq7rvgy2a/EDD-2025-15Medium.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761147350/austin/lppuinfs2zbiq7rvgy2a/EDD-2025-15Medium.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761147350/austin/lppuinfs2zbiq7rvgy2a/EDD-2025-15Medium.jpg","width":640}])
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary received a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to launch Borders and Bridges, a project designed to support thriving borderlands ministers who mature spiritually, relate across cultures, lead effectively, and navigate administration with competence.
![Austin Seminary Receives Grant to Assemble a Postcolonial Trauma-Informed Hermeneutic for Interpreting the Book of Lamentations]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746656188/austin/kkf4ewe7fma1lenunzrl/Class-Fall2024-63_edited.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746656188/austin/kkf4ewe7fma1lenunzrl/Class-Fall2024-63_edited.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746656188/austin/kkf4ewe7fma1lenunzrl/Class-Fall2024-63_edited.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746656188/austin/kkf4ewe7fma1lenunzrl/Class-Fall2024-63_edited.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746656188/austin/kkf4ewe7fma1lenunzrl/Class-Fall2024-63_edited.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746656188/austin/kkf4ewe7fma1lenunzrl/Class-Fall2024-63_edited.jpg","width":2200}])
Austin Seminary has received a grant to research how modern experiences of imperial violence can inform a deeper understanding of the empire-trauma nexus in Lamentations while also helping to reveal unseen strategies of trauma care for contemporary readers.
![Austin Seminary Partners with Huston-Tillotson University to Offer Accelerated Pathway for Students Called to Ministry]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746218642/austin/eumtwi2z4bqjqubwwwct/HT-APTS-2025-177.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746218642/austin/eumtwi2z4bqjqubwwwct/HT-APTS-2025-177.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746218642/austin/eumtwi2z4bqjqubwwwct/HT-APTS-2025-177.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746218642/austin/eumtwi2z4bqjqubwwwct/HT-APTS-2025-177.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746218642/austin/eumtwi2z4bqjqubwwwct/HT-APTS-2025-177.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746218642/austin/eumtwi2z4bqjqubwwwct/HT-APTS-2025-177.jpg","width":2200}])
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary and Huston-Tillotson University have partnered to offer students an opportunity to complete baccalaureate and master’s level degrees in six years. Upon completing the program, graduates will be awarded a Master of Divinity degree from Austin Seminary and either a Bachelor of Science or Arts from Huston-Tillotson University.
Upcoming Events
![Preaching Workshop with Jared E. Alcantara]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760122083/austin/lxyirolgvpbi7ppk19xg/PreachingWorkshop_v2_JaredEAlcantara_insta.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760122083/austin/lxyirolgvpbi7ppk19xg/PreachingWorkshop_v2_JaredEAlcantara_insta.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760122083/austin/lxyirolgvpbi7ppk19xg/PreachingWorkshop_v2_JaredEAlcantara_insta.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760122083/austin/lxyirolgvpbi7ppk19xg/PreachingWorkshop_v2_JaredEAlcantara_insta.webp","width":1000}])
Faithful Preaching Project at Austin Seminary will welcome Dr. Jared E. Alcántara for a preaching workshop on February 20, 2026. Dr. Alcántara is passionate about equipping students to preach God’s Word in ways that are faithful, effective, clear, creative, and inspiring.
![Black History Celebration Concert!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770153440/austin/mvcjcyimmpjixoxwmvch/BHM2026Concert.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770153440/austin/mvcjcyimmpjixoxwmvch/BHM2026Concert.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770153440/austin/mvcjcyimmpjixoxwmvch/BHM2026Concert.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770153440/austin/mvcjcyimmpjixoxwmvch/BHM2026Concert.png","width":1080}])
Join us as we celebrate Black History Month through soulful music with The Levites, on Thursday, February 26 at 7PM in Stotts Dining Hall of the McCord Community Center.
Refreshments will be provided. Registration is required and can be completed by filling out this form.
![2026 HESED Lectures]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769657634/austin/znpqgtkerf1m8hskwiy8/HESED2026-1920x1080.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769657634/austin/znpqgtkerf1m8hskwiy8/HESED2026-1920x1080.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769657634/austin/znpqgtkerf1m8hskwiy8/HESED2026-1920x1080.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769657634/austin/znpqgtkerf1m8hskwiy8/HESED2026-1920x1080.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1769657634/austin/znpqgtkerf1m8hskwiy8/HESED2026-1920x1080.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769657634/austin/znpqgtkerf1m8hskwiy8/HESED2026-1920x1080.png","width":1920}])
Registration is now open for the annual HESED Lecture Series at Austin Seminary, scheduled for February 27 -28! Enjoy two action-packed days of inspiration and fellowship through powerful preaching, social justice lectures, and workshops and networking opportunities with community justice organizations!
We’re especially excited to hear from keynote speaker Dr. Daniel Bannoura, guest lecturer Dr. Karma Chávez, and preacher/workshop leader Rev. Dr. Dominique Robinson, among others.
Registration is free & lunch is included! Learn more at www.austinseminary.edu/hesed
![2026 Settles Lecture]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769653806/austin/oilnq8hnuul7yumqxenp/SettlesLecture_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769653806/austin/oilnq8hnuul7yumqxenp/SettlesLecture_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769653806/austin/oilnq8hnuul7yumqxenp/SettlesLecture_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769653806/austin/oilnq8hnuul7yumqxenp/SettlesLecture_1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1769653806/austin/oilnq8hnuul7yumqxenp/SettlesLecture_1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769653806/austin/oilnq8hnuul7yumqxenp/SettlesLecture_1.png","width":1920}])
The 2026 Settles Lecture will feature The Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis, Director of the Kairos Center for Religions Rights & Social Justice and Co-Chair of The Poor People’s Campaign. All are invited to a lecture and luncheon on Thursday, March 26 and a panel discussion on Friday, March 27. Lunch is provided to all attendees at the luncheon. RSVP is required.
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Lecture & Luncheon: Thursday, March 26, 12 p.m. - 1p.m., McMillan Building, Room 210
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Panel Discussion: Friday, March 27, 12 p.m. - 1p.m., McMillan Building, Room 210
![2026 Ware Lecture]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769655424/austin/k7raqwm4uiow7jrdb9hy/HeyerLecture2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769655424/austin/k7raqwm4uiow7jrdb9hy/HeyerLecture2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1769655424/austin/k7raqwm4uiow7jrdb9hy/HeyerLecture2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1769655424/austin/k7raqwm4uiow7jrdb9hy/HeyerLecture2.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1769655424/austin/k7raqwm4uiow7jrdb9hy/HeyerLecture2.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769655424/austin/k7raqwm4uiow7jrdb9hy/HeyerLecture2.png","width":1920}])
Join us for the inaugural Ware Lecture at Austin Seminary on Wednesday, April 22, at 12 p.m. in McMillan 210, featuring The Rev. Dr. Nathan Carlin, on “The Secularization of Medicine: Ritual, Salvation, and Prophecy." Lunch will be provided for attendees of the lecture. RSVP is requested.
![Safety Through Solidarity: A Radical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771024049/austin/rxwwc9zhylcfczz13aiz/SafetyThroughSolidarityBookTalk-2026.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771024049/austin/rxwwc9zhylcfczz13aiz/SafetyThroughSolidarityBookTalk-2026.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771024049/austin/rxwwc9zhylcfczz13aiz/SafetyThroughSolidarityBookTalk-2026.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1771024049/austin/rxwwc9zhylcfczz13aiz/SafetyThroughSolidarityBookTalk-2026.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1771024049/austin/rxwwc9zhylcfczz13aiz/SafetyThroughSolidarityBookTalk-2026.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771024049/austin/rxwwc9zhylcfczz13aiz/SafetyThroughSolidarityBookTalk-2026.png","width":1920}])
Come discuss what it means to fight antisemitism with solidarity, not fear; with coalition, not division.
Join us on Wednesday, March 25th at 7:00PM in Wright Hall for an engaging conversation with the authors of Safety Through Solidarity: A Radical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism about this groundbreaking book. Light refreshments will be provided and the event will be livestreamed.
Register today at bit.ly/STSBookTalk!